Msc Performance Analysis Placement at Loughborough Lightning Rugby
Job Description
Loughborough Sport are offering an exciting Performance Analysis Placement combined with the MSc Applied Sport Performance Analysis course, working with the Lightning Rugby 1st Team.
The successful candidate will gain over 450 hours of applied experience across match and training analysis, performance data collection, video feedback and coach-led projects, while studying on Loughborough University’s industry-leading MSc programme.
Analysts will work within an elite interdisciplinary environment alongside coaches, support staff and athletes, with access to technologies including Catapult, Hudl and Tableau. The placement also includes mentorship, networking opportunities and dedicated placement tutor support.
Candidates should have experience in rugby performance analysis, strong technical and IT skills, knowledge of analysis software and an understanding of how analysis supports coaching and player development.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply send your CV and cover letter to s.barbour@lboro.ac.uk and apply for the MSc Applied Sport Performance Analysis course via the online portal https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/.
The application process will close 1st May 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 4th May 2026 and the successful applicant will start 1 st July 2026.
*The advertised placement is to be combined with studying at Loughborough University on the MSc Applied Sport Performance Analysis course. The successful candidate must be eligible to undertake the course with Loughborough University. More details regarding the course can be found here: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/masters-degrees/a-z/applied-sport-performance-analysis/. For informal enquiries regarding the MSc Applied Sport Performance Analysis course please contact the Programme Leader via email: d.barron@lboro.ac.uk.